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Planning Commission <br /> Exhibit A <br /> LA21-67 • <br /> Sec.78-1379.Alternative energy systems. <br /> (c) Definitions.For the purpose of section 78-1379,the following definitions shall apply unless the context <br /> clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. <br /> (3) Solar energy systems definitions. <br /> Building-integrated solar energy system.A solar energy system that is an integral part of a principal or <br /> accessory building,rather than a separate mechanical device,replacing or substituting for an <br /> architectural or structural component of the building including,but not limited to,photovoltaic or hot <br /> water solar systems contained within roofing materials,windows,skylights and awnings. <br /> Flush-mounted solar energy system.A roof-mounted system mounted directly abutting the roof.The <br /> pitch of the solar collector may exceed the pitch of the roof up to five percent but shall not be higher <br /> than ten inches above the roof. <br /> Passive solar energy system.A system that captures solar light or heat without transforming it to <br /> another form of energy or transferring the energy via a heat exchanger. <br /> Photovoltaic system.A solar energy system that converts solar energy directly into electricity. <br /> Solar energy system.A device or structural design feature,a substantial purpose of which is to provide <br /> daylight for interior lighting or provide for the collection,storage and distribution of solar energy for <br /> space heating or cooling,electricity generation or water heating. <br /> (e) Solar energy systems. <br /> (1) Zoning districts.Solar energy systems in accordance with the standards in this section are allowed as a <br /> permitted accessory use in all zoning districts. • <br /> (2) Standards. <br /> a. Exemption.Passive or building-integrated solar energy systems are exempt from the <br /> requirements of this section and shall be regulated as any other building element. <br /> b. Roof-mounted systems allowed.The only solar energy systems allowed in the city are those that <br /> are roof-mounted, <br /> c. Height.Roof-mounted solar energy systems shall comply with the maximum height requirements <br /> in the applicable zoning district. <br /> d. Setbacks.Roof-mounted solar energy systems shall comply with all building setbacks in the <br /> applicable zoning district and shall not extend beyond the exterior perimeter of the building on <br /> which the system is mounted. <br /> e. Roof mounting.Roof-mounted solar collectors shall be mounted parallel to the surface of the <br /> roof and within three feet of the roof surface,unless manufacturer's documentation is provided <br /> indicating that collectors must be angled to provide optimum performance.No portion of the <br /> collectors or their mounting system shall extend above the peak or ridge height of a pitched roof. <br /> On a flat roof,collectors and their mounting systems shall not extend more than 5 feet above the <br /> roof surface. <br /> f. Easements.Solar energy systems shall not encroach on public drainage,utility,roadway or trail <br /> easements. <br /> g. Screening.Solar energy systems shall be screened from view to the extent possible without <br /> impacting their function. <br /> Created: 2021-08-18 14:29:03[EST] <br /> (Supp.No.19,Update 4) <br /> Page 1 of 2 <br /> • <br />